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Posted 10/22/2016 11:53 AM (GMT 0)
Good morning,

I have been on here well over a year and I wanted to discuss a pattern and see if I am not alone. I have noticed how alcohol has been a driving force to all the negative in my life. For years I turned to it when panicked, now I am on Zoloft I see myself turning into another person when drinking. I have to much pride to admit I am an alcoholic but I see it destroying my life. I stand here today in a fit of anxiety it is causing me to lose my family and hope in myself any advice?
Posted 10/22/2016 3:33 PM (GMT 0)
Hi JG

Sorry to hear you are having a tough time at the moment know that we are always here for you and can relate to what you are going through.

I had a major problem with alcohol and drugs back in the 90's/00's and self medicated my way through my late teens and 20's. I gave up the drink and felt much better for it but it was hard but with the support of others I was able to do it. I do occasionally have a drink but never anymore than a couple of drinks for me it really affects my depression so I tend to avoid it these days.

Well done for reaching out for help here I think you are at the point were you realise that you need to stop which is important as you can build on that and get the support you need. Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom to make you realise that things need to change well it was in my case.

You can do this and we are here for you so keep us posted.

Hibee
Posted 10/22/2016 4:13 PM (GMT 0)
Hi J G
I am sorry you are struggling right now, but the fact you have written down your worries is the first step.
Alcohol is a depressant in its self it lifts the spirit for a while but the come down is very hard and a pattern develops.
One of my very dear friends had a similar battle , every day when she was low or anxious she would have a drink , which yes made her feel happier and less anxious but the guilt the next day was terrible for her and for me as a friend to watch.
Her loving family were at a loss so i stepped in and amongst her tears and fears she begged for help.
The GP didnt really help but i got in touch with an alcohol team to cut a long story short it took about 5 months of hard graft for her but she finally beat it after 20 years.

Of what she thought was secret drinking but we all knew... but she had to make the choice to accept she had a problem. As she said she felt so ashamed.

Well done you for speaking openly can you see a Doctor to prescribe something to help with the withdrawl symptoms you may experience. ?

1 step at a time lovely ,Be proud and positive that you have asked for support ... I am sure many people on this site will be able to point you in the right direction.

Is there anyone in your family you can ask for support? or a friend? I know that can be hard as i was the same with my A/D i did not want people to know i was struggling, but after the worse few weeks ever i got the confidence from people on this site to share my problem xx



good luck
Posted 10/22/2016 5:30 PM (GMT 0)
J.

I tried taking a tranquilizer or anti-depressant with alcohol one time, and it caused me such turmoil that I never tried it again.

I have true concern for anyone who takes Zoloft and alcohol at the same time. It sounds like those two would be going in two different directions.

One would be trying to go to the top floor, and the other would be trying to go to the bottom floor, and your brain would be in the middle. That would be a cruel way to treat your brain.

Of course, if you're hooked on alcohol, and you have a need for medicine, like a tranquilizer or anti-depressant, you would be in a very difficult situation.

You said,

"I have noticed how alcohol has been a driving force to all the negative in my life."

That is the statement.

Did you inherit that. Have your thought about Alcoholics Anonymous?

I think you also have to conquer yourself.

Again, you said, ""I have noticed how alcohol has been a driving force to all the negative in my life."

While "alcohol has been a driving force to all the negative in my life,"
you've been the one who decided to drink alcohol.

So you may have another negative in your life. Yourself.

I was a negative in my life until I read a col. on being positive when trying to solve a problem. I was the one you was defeating myself.

That's what could be going on with you.
You said, "I have to much pride to admit I am an alcoholic but I see it destroying my life. I stand here today in a fit of anxiety it is causing me to lose my family and hope in myself any advice?"

You don't have to lose your family. Do you have a positive approach to this problem?
Posted 10/22/2016 5:34 PM (GMT 0)
Hi JG,

Thank you for your honest post...I know that was a difficult step to take...

I commend you for recognizing the need for a change...and I'm confident that since you are addressing this early, that you'll have a successful recovery from the issue.

Talking with your doctor would be a first step towards getting the help and support you need. He/she can assess whether you could benefit from a medical detox, or if going directly into working a program will suffice.

You can do what is necessary to be free of this vice...and we will be here to support you anytime you need us!

Best wishes...and update when you can.

S.C.
Posted 10/23/2016 3:06 AM (GMT 0)
Griff, even though you're in a tough spot, you seem like a very self-aware person. It seems like you know the direction to head towards. Talk to your doctor and/or therapist, and I bet you'll find even more clarity.

Strength to you!
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